BASF Construction Chemicals LLC - Cement Plant in Acworth, Georgia

BASF Construction Chemicals LLC is a cement plant located at 1103 Northpoint Pkwy, Acworth, Georgia, United States. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS codes 325510 (Paint and Coating Manufacturing) and 327310 (Cement Manufacturing), indicating a focus on construction chemicals and cement products. As a cement plant in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, Clean Water Act (CWA) for wastewater, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste, and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313 reporting. Cement plants are typically large-scale operations with significant energy consumption and emissions of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide. The plant's location in Cherokee County, near Acworth, places it within a region with growing residential and commercial development. Its role in producing construction materials supports local infrastructure projects, while its environmental impact is managed through federal and state permits. The facility's proximity to communities necessitates adherence to stringent air and water quality standards.

Cement plants are associated with high energy use and emissions of greenhouse gases and pollutants. In Georgia, facilities must comply with EPA regulations and state permits. The plant's location in a suburban area near Acworth means community proximity is a factor, with potential concerns over air quality and truck traffic. Local environmental conditions, such as the nearby Etowah River watershed, may influence water discharge permits.